Date of Defense
11-2023 5:00 PM
Location
E1-1023
Document Type
Thesis Defense
Degree Name
Master of Science in Software Engineering
College
CIT
Department
Computer Science
First Advisor
Dr. Ali Ismail Awad
Keywords
e-learning management systems, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, COVID-19 pandemic, cyber
Abstract
The rapid adoption of Learning Management Systems (LMSs) like Moodle, Chamilo, and Ilias became essential for online education due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While this transformation revolutionized online learning, it also exposed security vulnerabilities that require immediate attention. This thesis explores these security concerns within widely used LMSs, namely Moodle, Chamilo, and Ilias, across pre-pandemic, pandemic, and post-pandemic periods. By analyzing existing patches and security measures and considering emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends, comprehensive recommendations are formulated to enhance the security and sustainability of LMSs against evolving cyber threats, offering valuable insights to educational institutions for proactive risk mitigation. Therefore, the outcomes of this research provide actionable insights for educational institutions, enabling them to effectively address security vulnerabilities in LMSs and ensure the secure continuity of online education throughout and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.
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IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON SECURITY VULNERABILITIES OF LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS: A STUDY TOWARDS SECURITY AND SUSTAINABILITY ENHANCEMENT
E1-1023
The rapid adoption of Learning Management Systems (LMSs) like Moodle, Chamilo, and Ilias became essential for online education due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While this transformation revolutionized online learning, it also exposed security vulnerabilities that require immediate attention. This thesis explores these security concerns within widely used LMSs, namely Moodle, Chamilo, and Ilias, across pre-pandemic, pandemic, and post-pandemic periods. By analyzing existing patches and security measures and considering emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends, comprehensive recommendations are formulated to enhance the security and sustainability of LMSs against evolving cyber threats, offering valuable insights to educational institutions for proactive risk mitigation. Therefore, the outcomes of this research provide actionable insights for educational institutions, enabling them to effectively address security vulnerabilities in LMSs and ensure the secure continuity of online education throughout and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.